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  • Thomas Clawser avatar

    Extraordinary God Of Ordinary Man Series

    Contributed by Thomas Clawser on Mar 13, 2002
    based on 245 ratings
     | 19,224 views

    God’s majesty and love is a comfort to those who feel unimportant or insignificant.

    I recently read about an old man, walking the beach at dawn, who noticed a young man ahead of him picking up starfish and flinging them into the sea. Catching up with the youth, he asked what he was doing. T His answer was that the stranded starfish would die if left in the morning sun. "But the ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Reliance On God

    Contributed by Keith Bunch on Mar 16, 2002
    based on 31 ratings
     | 7,592 views

    Can Christians really rely on God? What does the Bible say?

    "RELIANCE ON GOD" Text: (2 Chronicles 16:8) SERMON CHARACTERS & STORY LINE Asa = King of Judah / Baasha = King of Israel Benhadad = King of Syria "Instead of reliance on God to defeat Baasha and his army, King Asa made a deal with Benhadad the King of Syria to help defeat Judah. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Answering Jesus' Most Important Question Series

    Contributed by Charles Salmon on Mar 18, 2002
    based on 174 ratings
     | 15,579 views

    "Who do you say I am?"

    Answering God’s Most Important Question Mk.8:27-33 INTRO.: Have you ever been asked an embarassing question? I was once asked by a Parks and Wildlife officer, “ May I see your fishing license?” I didn’t have one. If a policeman asks, “Do you know why I stopped you?” The best answer is “no” because ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    "It Is Finished"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Mar 25, 2002
    based on 114 ratings
     | 14,811 views

    A Good Friday Meditation.

    John 19:17-30 “It Is Finished” By: Rev. Kenneth Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA The crucifixion is an extraordinary scene of darkness and despair! The events surrounding the death of Christ portray a picture of evil.... The unfair trial, the agony of Jesus, ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    The Slope Of Disobedience

    Contributed by Steve Yarber on Jun 21, 2002
    based on 66 ratings
     | 10,566 views

    Once we take the first step towards disobedience, the next is much easier.

    Matthew 8:28-34 The Slope of Disobedience Once we take the first step towards disobedience, the next is much easier. The Slope is Started (v.28) The place where Jesus met these men was what is now called Gadara. It is on the east side of the Jordan River, and was given to the tribe of Gad. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why In The World Should I Forgive, Anyway?

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jun 22, 2002
    based on 449 ratings
     | 26,565 views

    A consideration of five reasons that we should want to pursue forgiveness.

    We begin this morning with the knowledge that Jesus has commanded us to forgive. We add to that our general belief that forgiveness is a good thing. But, then, when we get into the actual situation where our heart has been stomped on and our emotions have been ripped to shreds, we need a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Characteristics Of Real Fishers Of Men - Luke 5:1-12

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 20, 2001
    based on 136 ratings
     | 21,734 views

    Characteristics of real fishers of men - Luke 5:1-12

    Characteristics of real fishers of men - Luke 5:1-12 Illustration:The Times-Reporter of New Philadelphia, Ohio, reported in September, 1985 a celebration of a New Orleans municipal pool. The party around the pool was held to celebrate the first summer in memory without a drowning at the New ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Why Men Are Lost

    Contributed by William Young on Aug 25, 2001
    based on 37 ratings
     | 3,370 views

    This is an attempt to understand why some men are lost for eternity.

    “WHY MEN ARE LOST” LUKE 15 Thesis: to come to a fuller understanding of what causes some to be lost. Introduction: 1. A great question that travels throughout the ages, never to rest is “Why are some men lost” 2. This question was just as prominent in the days the Lord walked the earth as ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    What Wisdom Does The Bible Give Us On Human Cloning?

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Aug 26, 2001
    based on 61 ratings
     | 3,399 views

    An examination of 5 key Biblical principles to consider on the issues of human cloning and genetic engineering.

    The Bible obviously doesn’t use the words “human cloning,” but that should not lead us to believe that our Father has left us in the dark on this issue. This morning I want to talk about 5 important Biblical principles that we as Christians need to keep in mind as this debate on ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Church Full Of Blessings

    Contributed by Troy Borst on Aug 29, 2001
    based on 51 ratings
     | 2,413 views

    Paul promises the Ephesians blessings that churches today can claim!

    A CHURCH FULL OF BLESSINGS EPHESIANS 1:1-2 INTRODUCTION… Beginnings of letters READ EPHESIANS 1:1-2 I. THE WRITER SPEAKS WITH AUTHORITY ILLUSTRATION… Claire Schenot Burkat, "Five Myths of the Perfect Pastor" His sermons were over their heads. His opinionated views alienated his colleagues. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Why Are Some Men Lost?

    Contributed by William Young on Sep 10, 2001
    based on 38 ratings
     | 3,522 views

    A great question that travels throughout the ages, never to rest is “Why are some men lost?”

    “WHY MEN ARE LOST” LUKE 15 Thesis: to come to a fuller understanding of what causes some to be lost. Introduction: 1. A great question that travels throughout the ages, never to rest is “Why are some men lost” 2. This question was just as prominent in the days the Lord walked the earth as ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • William Young avatar

    How To Cope With A Crowing Rooster

    Contributed by William Young on Sep 10, 2001
    based on 50 ratings
     | 6,050 views

    To show why we should immediately respond to God’s Word in convicting us of Sin.

    HOW TO COPE WITH A CROWING ROOSTER MARK 14:66-72 Thesis; To show why we should immediately respond to God’ Word in convicting us of Sin. 1. In this rapidly changing world some things are now as they were two thousand years ago. Roosters still crow! a. Early peaceful mornings on the farm awaken ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Brent Hutsell avatar

    Paddling The Boat Of Mediocrity

    Contributed by Brent Hutsell on Oct 11, 2001
    based on 23 ratings
     | 3,932 views

    As Christians, some are aimlessly wondering around not accomplishing anything for the cause of Christ. I believe that’s because we’re paddling the boat of mediocrity!

    I. Introduction A. James 1:6-8 B. As God’s people we have become tossed to every wind of doctrine so much to the point that some are confused altogether. 1. When we are unstable and uncrontrolled by the Spirit of God, we become undependable to the cause of Christ. 2. Our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rick Adams avatar

    Stepping Out

    Contributed by Rick Adams on Oct 11, 2001
    based on 68 ratings
     | 7,176 views

    Preparing in the peaceful times to step out when God calls.

    A young man applied for a job as a farmhand. When the farmer asked for his qualifications, he said, "I can sleep when the wind blows." This puzzled the farmer. But he liked the young man, and hired him. A few days later, the farmer and his wife were awakened in the night by a violent storm. They ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Bob Hager avatar

    The Cross-Our Ministry Defined Series

    Contributed by Bob Hager on Apr 5, 2001
    based on 105 ratings
     | 4,207 views

    Looks at the nature of our witness as seen through the lens of the cross.

    The Bible calls each of us to witness for our faith. Yet often I have had people come up to me and say, I can’t witness for Christ, I don’t know enough, I can’t witness for Christ I have too many problems, I can’t witness for Christ, I have made to many mistakes in the past. They are saying a ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist